Data Science Contractor - Chemistry & Biology Informatics

About Magnet Biomedicine

Magnet is a biotechnology company pioneering the discovery of oral molecular glues - small molecules that induce proximity between proteins to modulate their function. Our proprietary TrueGlue(TM) platform is designed to address hard-to-drug targets across cancer and immune-mediated diseases.

With support from ARCH Venture Partners, Newpath Partners, Taiho Ventures, and Eli Lilly, Magnet is advancing internal programs in oncology, immunology, and inflammation. Magnet has also entered into a collaboration and license agreement with Eli Lilly to discover, develop, and commercialize specific molecular glue therapeutics in oncology.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Dotmatics/Data Science Contractor to join our CADD team. Our group sits at the intersection of laboratory science and technology, supporting the systems and applications that our chemists and biologists rely on every day to capture, manage, and act on experimental data. This is a hands-on role for someone who can contribute quickly, working directly with scientists to solve real data and workflow challenges while also building and maintaining the underlying database and software infrastructure that makes that work possible.

You will work hands-on with Dotmatics, Oracle databases, and custom software application development in a biotech/pharma R&D environment. Prior Dotmatics experience is required so you can be productive on our platform from the start.

• Hours: ~20 hours/week
• Type: Contract/Consultant (1-3 days onsite)
• Duration: 3-month initial contract, with possible extension based on performance and team needs

Key Responsibilities (Specific tasks may vary depending on project and business needs)

• Dotmatics Support & Troubleshooting
  • Partner directly with biologists and chemists to configure, test, maintain and troubleshoot Dotmatics protocols and workflows, including Screening Ultra assay protocols
  • Diagnose and resolve data, integration, and workflow issues raised by end users; document root causes and fixes
• Database Performance
  • Identify and resolve bottlenecks in queries, indexing, and data pipelines
  • Work with Dotmatics supporting team to maintain, monitor and tune Oracle database performance to support scientific data systems
• Application Development
  • Design, build, and maintain software applications and tools that help the chemistry and biology teams manage and analyze their data more efficiently
  • Collaborate with scientists and the broader informatics team to gather requirements and translate them into practical technical solutions
  • Document code, configurations, and standard troubleshooting procedures for the team's knowledge base
• Communicate progress, issues, and solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical colleagues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in computer science, bioinformatics, chemistry, data science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Hands-on experience with Dotmatics (e.g., Browser, Studies, Register), including working with protocols, forms, or data loading
• SQL, with experience in Oracle databases
• Programming experience in R and/or Python
• Strong communicator, organized, and able to work independently and manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Nice to Have

• Experience designing and building Dotmatics Screening Ultra protocols (e.g., plate layouts, calculations, curve fitting, and result publishing)
• Git or other version control experience
• R Shiny application development
• Experience with AWS or other cloud services
• Exposure to cheminformatics or bioinformatics
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts or tools
• Prior working experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical setting

Who You Are

• Self-directed and able to ramp up quickly, comfortable working directly with scientists to understand their needs
• Detail-oriented, with a methodical approach to troubleshooting data and system issues
• A clear communicator who can explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience
• Curious about the intersection of software, data, and laboratory science